A PEDESTRIAN was taken to hospital after being hit by a van in Stockton.

The 47-year-old man struck the bonnet and windscreen of the vehicle before falling into the road.

The incident happened in Durham Road shortly before 7pm on New Year’s Eve.

A Cleveland Police spokeswoman said the Citroen van, driven by a 60-year-old man, was travelling in the direction of the Mile House pub, when it is believed the pedestrian walked into its path.

She said the van collided with the pedestrian, causing him to hit the bonnet and windscreen before falling into the road.

She added: “He sustained a cut to the forehead and was taken to North Tees Hospital where he was detained for treatment and observation and released.

“He was only there for a short stay. Traffic officers have attended and it would appear in these circumstances that it was pedestrian error. However, clearly an investigation is ongoing.” Witnesses are asked to contact the road policing unit on 01642 326326.